Florida Veterans

Spouses of former military members are now fifth on the priority list to be admitted to state veterans' nursing homes.

The legislation now awaits a vote from the House floor.

Former U.S. Navy sailor, Josh Kish says the opportunity to receive a new roof came at right time, because his was slowly giving away.

WFSU’s Adrian Andrews spoke with a few veterans to get their take on the permitless carry law which goes into effect this summer.

Florida’s capitol complex could grow by another four city blocks. A proposal to expand the area to include more state-owned and public streets is meant to make room for long-promised, but yet-to-be-built historic monuments.

A Florida veterans committee recommends more homeless shelters for women vets with children and changes to make veteran nursing homes women-friendly.

Deputy Executive Director Bob Asztalos of the Florida Department of Veterans Affairs told a Senate committee that wages are finally competitive, thanks to a $5.6 million boost in state funding last year.

Gov. DeSantis introduced the program last year as a solution to the state's teacher shortage.

Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis chose Eglin Air Force Base in the panhandle this week to announce the initiative called Continue the Mission.

The new laws are designed to do such things as provide tuition breaks for veterans and allow their military experience to count when applying for jobs in government and schools.